Environmental Specialist IV - 1679

This position also manages and provides outreach to the public and the regulated community, provides compliance assistance, develops and reviews reports based on inspections conducted, and tracks compliance activities in support of Bureau of Air Quality and Department goals and commitments. Producing oral and written communications of technical and legal information to inform and educate a wide variety of audiences, including members of the public, the regulated community, and Department staff.

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The Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Air Quality, is seeking to fill an Environmental Specialist IV vacancy in its Augusta office.

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST IV

Opening Date: July 27, 2026

Closing Date: End of the day August 07, 2026

Location: Augusta

Position Number: 08330-1679

Position Type: Full Time/Year-Round

Class Code: 9254

Grade: 26 (Supervisory)

Salary: $61,214.40 - $86,590.40 Per Year*

*(This includes a 2.5% Salary Adjustment). This is earning potential over the course of nine steps; new hires start at step one. Annual step increases are based on performance reviews and authorization of such increases.

Interested candidates need to complete and submit a Direct Hire Application, Cover Letter, and a detailed Resume.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: The primary purpose of this position is to manage compliance related work conducted within the Compliance Section of the Division of Licensing and Compliance. This position oversees the compliance program, including compliance inspections, emissions testing program activities, complaint investigation and resolution activities, evaluation of compliance status, and providing assistance in development of enforcement cases for the Bureau of Air Quality. This position also manages and provides outreach to the public and the regulated community, provides compliance assistance, develops and reviews reports based on inspections conducted, and tracks compliance activities in support of Bureau of Air Quality and Department goals and commitments. This position maintains records of compliance related activities within EPA's Integrated Compliance Information System (ICIS) database.

For more information on the specifics of the position, please contact Eric Kennedy at: (207) 530-3139 or eric.kennedy@maine.gov

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: An eight (8) year combination of education and/or experience in environmental science or related area which includes at least two (2) years of supervisory or program management/administration experience. Qualifying education must include at least 15 credit hours of science or engineering coursework.

Preference will be given to candidates with skills and/or experience in:

• Strong communication skills, customer service skills, management skills, and group team building and leadership abilities.
• Producing oral and written communications of technical and legal information to inform and educate a wide variety of audiences, including members of the public, the regulated community, and Department staff.
• Working knowledge and understanding of state and federal air quality related laws and regulations.
• Working knowledge of air pollution control technology and operation.

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage- The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance- The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan- The State of Maine contributes 14.11% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Re